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The Johann Wolfgang Goethe University Frankfurt am Main is one of the largest universities in Germany with around 44,000 students and with about 5,700 employees. Founded in 1914 by Frankfurt citizens and since 2008 once again proud of its foundation status Goethe University possesses a high degree of autonomy, modernity and professional diversity. As a comprehensive university, the Goethe University offers a total of 16 departments on five campuses and 154 degree programs along with an outstanding research reputation. Furthermore, the Goethe University is part of the Group of Rhine-Main-Universities (RMU). The Institute for Social Pedagogy and Adult Education in the Department of Educational Sciences at Goethe University Frankfurt am Main is seeking to fill the position of an

(Associated) Lecturer (m/f/d)
(E 13 TV-G-U)
with a focus on
Institutional, organizational and professional dimensions of pedagogical action

initially for three years as an Associated Lecturer with the option of permanent appointment as a Lecturer. The position is assigned to the Advanced Teaching Track as part of the university's permanent position concept Karrierewege@Goethe and is linked to a tenure track; after three years, the position will be terminated if the evaluation is positive. If an applicant already has all the necessary qualifications and relevant professional experience after completing the doctorate, an immediate permanent appointment as a Lecturer is possible following external assessment in accordance with the procedure laid down in the university's permanent position concept (see point 2.5 in the following link: ). salary grade is based on the job characteristics of the collective agreement applicable to Goethe University (TV-G-U). Responsibilities:
You will participate in the teaching and research tasks of the Institute for Social Pedagogy and Adult Education, contribute to a diverse and target group-oriented range of courses in the major degree programs (Bachelor's and Master's in Educational Science) and enrich these with an educational science perspective. This should focus on the interrelationship of institutional, organizational and professional dimensions in a life-course perspective of a pedagogy of the ages. This means doing justice to the juridification of education, upbringing and assistance by the welfare state, the practices and forms of organizing education, up-bringing and assistance as well as the development, justification and reflection of pedagogical patterns of interpretation and action, in particular age-related attributions and addressee constructions. You will teach as an Associated Lecturer for 8 LVS and as a Lecturer for 12 LVS, primarily in the modules EW-BA 4 (Law and Organization of Pedagogical Action), EW-BA 9/10 (Professional Pedagogical Action across the Ages) and EW-MA1 (Sociality and Organization of Pedagogical Processes); participation in the module EW-BA 8 (Digitality, Media & Education) is also desirable, especially from the perspective of the transformation of institutions, organizations and the profession of pedagogy in algorithmised societies. As an Associated Lecturer, you will qualify for the organizational tasks involved in teaching and learning. This includes tasks in the area of course planning, internship supervision and coordinative tasks in departmental initiatives and degree programs. There is an obligation to undergo regular further training in higher education didactics or to expand the teaching portfolio. For the duration of employment as an Associated Lecturer, a proportion of self-determined research is part of the job description for academic qualification. Further qualification is carried out independently in accordance with the requirements set out in a target agreement. Recruitment requirements:

• completed academic university degree in the field of educational science and/or related humanities/social science subjects
• Doctorate in educational science
• relevant research experience in the systematic and/or empirical study of difference, heterogeneity, inequality and/or inclusion in institutionalised pedagogy, in theoretical and/or empirical perspectives on pedagogical professionalism in educational institutions of growing up
• relevant experience in university teaching in educational science degree programmes, especially in the above-mentioned subject areas
• Interest in or experience with the internationalisation of university teaching
• Willingness to teach in English
• very high degree of independence, communication skills and ability to work in a team

Goethe University is steadfast in its commitment to fostering equal opportunities, embracing diversity, and ensuring inclusion in all its endeavors. We particularly encourage applications from qualified women and individuals with a background of migration, as we place significant emphasis on cultivating a family-friendly university work environment. Furthermore, candidates with severe disabilities, or those with equivalent status, will receive preferential consideration when qualifications are equal. This inclusive approach also extends to supporting women in fields where they are currently underrepresented, underscoring our dedication to promoting a balanced and diverse academic community. Please submit your letter of application (German or English) with the usual documents (informative cover letter, CV, copy of certificates, list of publications, if applicable, teaching evaluations and/or relevant professional experience) electronically by 30.06.2025, quoting the reference number DS2/2025 in a PDF file, to the Dean of the Faculty of Education, Prof. Dr Wolfgang Meseth, Bewerbungfb04@dlist.server.uni-frankfurt.de. If you have any questions, please contact Dr Gunnar Hansenn (hansen@em.uni-frankfurt.de) in the Dean's Office administrative unit. Please note that the Goethe University does not reimburse any costs incurred while applying.